Leeds to St Albans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

150.6 miles 242.3 km · straight line
174.5 miles actual route 280.9 km · driving distance
3h 16min estimated drive time
£26 - £33 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
160° SSE bearing direction

How far is Leeds from St Albans?

The distance from Leeds to St Albans is 150.6 miles (242.3 km) as the crow flies. St Albans is located SSE of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 174.5 miles, taking about 3h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Leeds and St Albans. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Leeds to St Albans

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 16min £26 - £33 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 55min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 6min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & St Albans

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
St Albans
51.75°N, 0.33°W
Europe/London
98m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 165.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM